Origin
Paden City, WV
Night in Paden City on Saturday
Local time
9:15 PM
EDT
Current temp
50°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Paden City, WV to Martinsburg, WV
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
4h 33m
Distance
231.6 mi
373 km
Drive Score
9/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$36
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
4h 20m
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6 AM
4h 33m
8 AM
5h 0m
10 AM
4h 43m
12 PM
4h 40m
3 PM
4h 44m
5 PM
4h 59m
8 PM
4h 25m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Paden City, WV
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Martinsburg, WV
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Trip Overview
Paden City to Martinsburg is 231.6 miles and takes about 4h 33m via I 68 and Dwight D Eisenhower Highway, with a fuel budget near $36 and enough daylight to finish in a day. This trip stays within West Virginia, moving from the Southeast region to another part of the Southeast. It's a fairly straightforward, single-day drive that should be manageable for most drivers. Consider this route if you're looking for a direct way to cover this distance without extensive planning.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is possible, but it will make for a full day on the road.
Break Rhythm
1 planned break
Plan on a short reset every 3 to 4 hours to stay fresh behind the wheel.
Midpoint
115.8 miles from Paden City, WV
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 2h 24m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 68 | 112.3 mi | 2h 3m |
| Mountaineer Highway | 31.3 mi | 46m |
| Dwight D Eisenhower Highway | 20.9 mi | 22m |
| Maryland Veterans Memorial Highway | 13.2 mi | 14m |
| United States Highway 250 | 12.4 mi | 14m |
| Senator Jennings Randolph Highway | 11.9 mi | 12m |
| Husky Highway | 9.3 mi | 10m |
| Vine Street | 4.3 mi | 4m |
Longest stretch:
I 68
— 112.3 mi, about 2h 3m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Paden City, WV and Martinsburg, WV.
1
Start on this road
74 ft
·
7 sec
·
this road
2
Turn right onto Robinson Street
142 ft
·
11 sec
·
Robinson Street
3
Turn left onto WV 2
0.8 mi
·
59 sec
·
South 4th Avenue
4
Continue on WV 2
4.3 mi
·
4 min
·
Vine Street
5
Continue on WV 2
450 ft
·
9 sec
·
3rd Street
6
Turn right onto WV 7
31 mi
·
46 min
·
Mountaineer Highway
7
At end of road, turn right onto US 250; WV 7
3.4 mi
·
3 min
·
Hornet Highway
8
Continue on US 250
9.3 mi
·
10 min
·
Husky Highway
9
Continue on US 250
1.7 mi
·
1 min
·
Main Street
10
Continue on US 250
12 mi
·
14 min
·
United States Highway 250
11
Turn left onto US 19; US 250
0.1 mi
·
16 sec
·
Adams Street
12
Turn right onto Jefferson Street
0.3 mi
·
59 sec
·
Jefferson Street
13
Turn left onto WV 310
0.2 mi
·
33 sec
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Merchant Street
14
Continue on WV 310
1.0 mi
·
2 min
·
East Park Avenue
15
Turn right onto WV 310
0.4 mi
·
56 sec
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Grafton Road
16
Take the ramp
0.2 mi
·
24 sec
17
Merge onto I 79
12 mi
·
12 min
·
Senator Jennings Randolph Highway
18
Take the exit
0.3 mi
·
43 sec
Toward I 68 East: Cumberland
19
Continue on I 68
112 mi
·
2 hr 3 min
·
I 68
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
20
Continue on I 70; US 40
4.7 mi
·
5 min
·
Dwight D Eisenhower Highway
21
Continue on I 70; US 40
3.3 mi
·
3 min
·
I 70, US 40 (Dwight D Eisenhower Highway)
22
Continue on I 70
16 mi
·
17 min
·
Dwight D Eisenhower Highway
23
Take the exit
0.1 mi
·
15 sec
Exit 26
Toward I 81: Roanoke, Harrisburg
Use the slight right lane.
24
Keep slight right at fork
0.5 mi
·
53 sec
Toward I 81 South: Roanoke
Use the slight right lane.
25
Merge onto I 81
13 mi
·
14 min
·
Maryland Veterans Memorial Highway
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
26
Take the exit
0.4 mi
·
46 sec
Toward WV 9 East
27
Turn straight onto WV 9
0.4 mi
·
41 sec
·
Hedgesville Road
28
Continue on WV 9
1.4 mi
·
2 min
·
Edwin Miller Boulevard
29
Continue on US 11; WV 9
1.2 mi
·
2 min
·
North Queen Street
30
Turn left onto East King Street
17 ft
·
0 sec
·
East King Street
31
Arrive at destination
East King Street
Trip Plan
To make the most of this 4h 33m drive, consider leaving in the morning to allow ample daylight. With only one recommended stop, you have flexibility in pacing yourself. Keep an eye on your fuel, especially since the estimated cost is $36; it’s wise to refuel before leaving Paden City or at a major exit along I 68. The longest stretch without a major change is 112.3 miles on I 68, so plan your break before or after that segment if needed.
Morning Departure
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Evening Departure
A late afternoon start means arriving after dark. Morning is better.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
Plan roughly 1 meaningful break for fuel, food, and rest.
The halfway point lands around 115.8 miles from Paden City, WV, or about 2h 24m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 112.3 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 51 miles or 1h 9m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 115.8 miles or 2h 24m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 3h 45m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Martinsburg, WV than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
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Open the route before leaving Paden City, WV so your first major turns are already loaded.
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Leave with enough water and a charging cable within reach, not packed away.
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Check your fuel range against the first long segment, especially if you are starting outside city service areas.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Paden City, WV
This is one driving day of about 231.6 miles and 4h 33m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 51 miles from Paden City, WV.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
Plan about 1 real break rather than only quick fuel stops.
The longest stretch is on I 68 for about 112.3 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
116 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 51 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 115.8 miles from Paden City, WV, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
Before the longest stretch
Fuel checkTop up before I 68 if your tank is already low. That segment runs about 112.3 miles.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 145 decision points cluster between mile 0 and 215 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
5
0 mi into trip
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~0m in
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Robinson Street
Turn right onto Robinson Street
Navigation decision point
4
0 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
WV 2 / South 4th Avenue
Turn left onto WV 2 / South 4th Avenue
Navigation decision point
8
214.4 mi into trip
|
~4h 11m in
Take the exit toward I 81: Roanoke, Harrisburg
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 26
Toward I 81: Roanoke, Harrisburg
7
214.5 mi into trip
|
~4h 11m in
Keep slight right at fork toward I 81 South: Roanoke
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight right lane.
Toward I 81 South: Roanoke
5
215 mi into trip
|
~4h 12m in
|
I 81 / Maryland Veterans Memorial Highway
Merge onto I 81 / Maryland Veterans Memorial Highway
Merge point - match speed before joining. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$36.22 one way
$72.43 round trip
$3.97/gal
25.4 MPG avg
81 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.34 | $39.60 | $79.20 |
| premium | $4.70 | $42.86 | $85.73 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $51.13 | $102.27 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$36
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$61–$86
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 81 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $24 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 69.5 | 0 | $24.32 | $11.12 |
| Efficient EV | 57.9 | 0 | $20.26 | $9.26 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 92.6 | 1 | $32.42 | $14.82 |
Gas CO2
81 kg
EV CO2
27 kg (67% less)
Plan for 0 charging stops, roughly every 270 miles. Allow 25-40 minutes per stop at a DC fast charger.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Martinsburg, WV
Night in Martinsburg on Saturday
Local time
9:15 PM
EDT
Current temp
54°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
78°F
Hatfield, PA
116 mi in
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
4 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
4h 33m on the road
An early start around 7-8 AM gets you there with plenty of daylight left.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Harpers Ferry National Historical Park
National Historical Park
At the confluence of the Shenandoah and Potomac rivers, on the ancestral home of the Tuscarora and Shawnee people, lies Harpers Ferry. Here you can explore John Brown's Raid against slavery. Find your...
15 mi from route
~38 min detour
$20
near mile 231.6
Park Closure: Annual Closure to Protect Nesting Peregrine Falcons
Caution: Construction work at entrance to Visitor Center parking lot
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
What kind of drive is this?
You'll spend about 55% of the 231.6 miles on highways. The longest continuous stretch on a highway is 112.3 miles on I 68. After leaving the interstate system, you'll transition to Mountaineer Highway and other surface roads. Expect a mixed drive profile, likely involving some rural cruising and potentially some merging or denser traffic as you approach your destination.
55% highway, the rest on surface roads — varied driving throughout.
31 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 112.3 mi on I 68.
How Hard Is This Drive?
6/10
This route mixes highway mileage with some local-road sections near the start or finish. You will hit about 14 points where you need to pay attention to lane position or signs. The trickiest moment comes early in the drive near Robinson Street.
Driving Effort
6/10
Moderate - straightforward overall, but long enough or busy enough to require pacing
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 231.6 miles you will encounter 14 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Robinson Street): Navigation decision point; near the start (WV 2 / South 4th Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 214.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Paden City, WV to Martinsburg, WV, road signs begin pointing toward Harrisburg along the way.
Harrisburg
214.4 mi in
|
~4h 11m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 4h 33m. Total distance: 231.6 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 1 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
4h 33m drive, comfortable solo distance.
Scenic Drive
Mixed highway & surface route profile with national parks nearby.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 112.3 miles on I 68. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
We did not find dedicated rest areas on this route. For a drive this long, plan bathroom and stretch breaks around gas stations, fast-food stops, or small-town downtowns — check the Nearby Places section for options.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Martinsburg, WV before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Only with planning. This is a long drive for kids — consider splitting it into two days rather than pushing through. Plan at least 1 meaningful breaks. Dedicated rest areas are limited, so plan gas or food stops as your bathroom breaks.
Mostly yes along the main roads, but rural stretches through WV can have sparse or no coverage. Before you leave, download offline Google Maps or Apple Maps for the route, and consider downloading music or podcasts instead of streaming. If you depend on data for navigation, keep a paper backup of the turn-by-turn directions.
The main spots that need attention: near the start (Robinson Street): Navigation decision point; near the start (WV 2 / South 4th Avenue): Navigation decision point; at 214.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Harpers Ferry National Historical Park. See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Possible but tiring. At 4.6 hours each way, an in-and-out day trip would put you behind the wheel for 9.1 hours — manageable with a long break at Martinsburg, WV, but most travelers stay overnight.
How this page is built
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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